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Crab Bash at Davis Street Fishmarket - The entire month of October
October 1 through October 31, the 27 year-old seafood institution, Davis Street Fishmarket will feature a variety crab specials for lunch and dinner as well as special events throughout the month. Look here for weekly food and drink specials throughout the entire month! Reservations are recommended and can be made by calling 847-869-3474.
Celebrate!Evanston - October 13, 6pm
Celebrate the Evanston Community Foundation's 25th anniversary of making grants, building endowments and helping Evanston thrive. Join them for a great party featuring cocktails and jazz, dining, drama, and dancing. Featuring Mudlark Theater. This event is held at the Woman's Club of Evanston. Event info here.
Circus in Progress presented by Actor's Gymnasium - October 13 & 14  Get a sneak peek at some of Chicago's most exciting new works of circus art! This unique performance series focuses on the development of new acts. Professionals from the Chicagoland circus community will be featured, as well as advanced students from The Actors Gymnasium's own classes. Click here for show dates and times!
Grand Wine Tasting & Halloween Entertaining at World Market - October 13  Stop in and sip spellbinding wines, plus snack on chips, dips and sweets. Run, don't walk to World Market at 1725 Maple Avenue- this event is sure to be a scream! Art & Wine Night at Creative Coworking - October 14, 5 - 8pm  Art & Wine Night at Creative Coworking features a new exhibit by artist Darlene Grossman and ongoing exhibits by other local artists! Stop in and enjoy some delicious wine, great art and conversation! Click here for event details.
Bistro Bordeaux Farmer's Market Menu - October 15, 6pm
 Every Monday night Bistro Bordeaux features a Farmer's Market Menu showcasing Regional Seasonal Farmers' Produce! This week Executive Chef Johnny Besh teams up with local farmers to create a 3-course small plate menu. In addition, Pascal will be pairing each course with a selection of French wines. The menu features Mick Klug Farm, Nichols Farm, Lyons Orchard Farm, Henry's Farm and Green Acres Farm. Menu and dinner details here.
Fundraiser Concert for the Chicago-Main Library at Nichols Concert Hall - October 16
Brass trio V3NTO will put on their Fall concert in support of the Chicago-Main Library! Representatives of the Chicago-Main Library will be accepting donations in the lobby of Nichols Concert Hall before the concert and during the reception following the performance. The concert is on October 16th at 8pm in Nichols Concert Hall. For more information visit here.
Ribbon Cutting and Grand Opening Celebration at Avail & Co. - October 17
Join Mayor Eli zabeth Tisdahl along with the Downtown Evanston Board of Directors, the Evanston Chamber of Commerce and staff in celebrating the opening of Avail & Company. A ribbon cutting and celebration will take place at 5:30pm at 1106 Davis Street. The general public is invited to stop by for light refreshments and welcome the business owners to the neighborhood. Avail & Company designs and creates custom wedding apparel and accessories, from wedding dresses, attendant attire, to favors and décor. For more information visit here.
Coffee Tasting at Unicorn Cafe - October 18  Come out and enjoy some great coffee at the Unicorn Cafe! Taste different origins side by side with Cody Kinart from Alterra Coffee on October 18, 6 - 7:30pm at 1723 Sherman Ave.
The Verona Project Opening at the Theatre and Interpretation Center - October 19
 Amanda Dehnert's new musical, "The Verona Project," is an electric hybrid of theater and live concert infused with original indie-folk-rock music. A modern fable inspired by Shakespeare's first comedy, "The Two Gentlemen of Verona," the show takes an honest look at surviving love and loss through the eyes of a group of young musicians. The show runs October 19 through November 4 at the Josephine Louis Theater, 20 Arts Circle Drive on the Northwestern University campus. Ticket information and more here.
Eve J. Alfille's 25th Anniversary Celebration - October 20  Please join Eve Saturday, October 20th, 2012 from noon to 6pm, as she and the rest of the gallery celebrate their 25th Anniversary! Attend a party, co-hosted by Chicago Magazine, with music & wine and sweet treats. Eve is working on new versions of her awesome past works for her new "Deja Vu" series to celebrate the past 25 years and move on to the next! First 300 Guests receive free Gift Bags. RSVP online here . Mayor Tisdahl will also be cutting a ribbon to commemorate this momentous occasion!
Brickology at Gather - October 21  Join LEGO Certified Professional Beth Weis for a collaborative building event at Gather in Evanston. Children K-5 will enjoy free-play with Beth's vintage collection of elements, tower building with 10,000 bricks, and mosaic art projects. Parents are encouraged to participate! FREE!
Evanston Symphony Orchestra presents Viennese Masterworks - October 21, 2:30pm Music Director Lawrence Eckerling conducts the opening concert of the Evanston Symphony Orchestra's 67th season. The program includes Brahms' 2nd Symphony, Mozart's Magic Flute Overture and Beethoven's Piano Concerto No. 4 with soloist Matthew Hagle. Candid Wine Dinner at Quince - October 25  Learn about organic and biodynamic wines at Quince's upcoming Candid Wine Dinner hosted by Kevin McWilliams of Candid Wines. Due to popular demand, Chef Motto will be preparing his mouth-watering 24 hour braised short ribs, perfectly seasoned with chipotle and chocolate, for this special event. Indulge in four delicious courses, click here for reservation information!
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Grateful Yoga has launched a new kids yoga program this fall, and the next class series is about to begin. Kids yoga specialist Yoli Maya Yeh offers 4 different classes to address the unique development needs of different age groups. Sign up for the whole six week series, or drop in to any class. 
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